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King Richard III Visitor Centre
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£0.00
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£4
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
1 h 44 m
Buses on 13 Oct
20
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Mansfield to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Mansfield to Leicester you need to make at least 2 changes.










Buses from Mansfield to Leicester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:33, the last at 22:17. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 55 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 1:33 |
Last bus 22:17 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Mansfield to Leicester coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:10 Mansfield | 2h00 | 9:10 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:05 Mansfield | 1h40 | 9:45 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:15 Mansfield | 1h45 | 10:00 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:45 Mansfield | 1h50 | 10:35 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:05 Mansfield | 1h55 | 13:00 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:45 Mansfield | 1h50 | 13:35 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:15 Mansfield | 1h50 | 14:05 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:45 Mansfield | 2h00 | 14:45 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:25 Mansfield | 1h50 | 15:15 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:05 Mansfield | 1h50 | 15:55 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:35 Mansfield | 1h55 | 16:30 Leicester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:25 Mansfield | 1h55 | 17:20 Leicester | 2 changes | |
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Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mansfield to Leicester by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mansfield to Leicester buses use the Mansfield, Bus Station to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Mansfield and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Mansfield, Bus Station is 1 km from Mansfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Mansfield, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bar available on-site.
Wi-Fi is available at Mansfield, Bus Station. ATMs are available at Mansfield, Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at Mansfield, Bus Station.
Available at Mansfield, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mansfield, Bus Station.
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